1970 Renault 10 vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1986 Volvo 242 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volvo 242 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volvo 242 (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volvo 242 should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volvo 242 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Volvo 242 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Volvo 242 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 10 | 242 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
